Description
Elevation: 1603 ft.
This site continues the drive started on Site MAH06. Travel along Fore Mountain once again, which provides access to higher elevation forests as well as more remote areas.
Notes:
- Lime Kiln Road is unpaved, winding, narrow, and remote. A 4WD/AWD vehicle is highly recommended for that section of the route. Similar habitat is accessible along Douthat State Park Road which is paved.
Wildlife Sightings
53 species have been reported at this site to date.
Birds Recently Seen at Lime Kiln Road (FDR 194)/Douthat Road (Rt. 629):
Recent Checklists:
| Date | # of Species | Submitted By |
|---|---|---|
| 18 Apr 2025 | 15 | Adam Wilson |
| 31 Jul 2024 | 9 | Larry Frauen |
| 20 Jul 2024 | 14 | Lisa Mease |
| 20 Jul 2024 | 14 | DWR Virginia Bird & Wildlife Trail Team |
| 13 Aug 2023 | 15 | DWR Virginia Bird & Wildlife Trail Team |
Amenities & Accessibility
Amenities
- On-site Parking
Other Amenities: Hiking Trails, Wildlife Viewing by Car
Accessibility Considerations
This location does not have a Birdability Site Review available at this time
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Maps & Directions
Starting Location Coordinates: 37.944312, -79.778210
From Douthat State Park, travel north on SR-629/Douthat State Park Rd for 4.2 miles, turn left onto FR-194/Lime Kiln Rd for 9.5 miles until it returns to SR-629/Douthat State Park Rd.
Site Information
Access Requirements:
- Free, Daily
Contact Information:
- (540) 962-2214
Sites, or portions of sites, can be closed periodically for management activities. Please always check the site’s website for additional information prior to visiting.